Low pressure is expected to slowly track off the Carolina coast tomorrow, bringing a threat of coastal flooding and a rain/snow mix for inland areas mainly along and north of Highway 70.
Published: Friday, January 8th, 2021 @ 12:20 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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This morning’s update from the National Weather Service (NWS) has included Beaufort County in a Coastal Flood Warning.
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 12:41 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Beaufort County was upgraded to an ”Enhanced” storm threat category in this afternoon’s briefing from the National Weather Service (NWS).
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 11:54 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office is monitoring an approaching cold front that has the potential to bring severe weather and coastal flooding to Beaufort County.
Published: Thursday, December 24th, 2020 @ 3:44 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Today Governor Roy Cooper signed a state disaster declaration for Alexander County and the surrounding counties of Caldwell, Catawba, Iredell, and Wilkes
Published: Thursday, December 17th, 2020 @ 12:07 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor declares State of Emergency; Search continues for missing persons
Published: Saturday, November 14th, 2020 @ 5:46 pm
By: Governor's Office
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General windy conditions will continue through the weekend as the remnants of Tropical Storm Sally moves away from our area.
Published: Friday, September 18th, 2020 @ 3:29 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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In a series of disastrous decisions last Friday, the liberal majority on the North Carolina Supreme Court made it easier for killers and child predators to avoid consequences of their crimes and declared open season on North Carolina businesses.
Published: Saturday, June 13th, 2020 @ 2:25 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Our office continues to monitor weather conditions for the remainder of the week. The following is expected for Beaufort County though Friday.
Published: Friday, May 22nd, 2020 @ 3:47 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The White House and FEMA have granted Governor Roy Cooper’s April 9 request for a federal disaster declaration for eighteen counties that suffered damages from severe storms, flooding and tornadoes in February.
Published: Tuesday, May 12th, 2020 @ 6:08 am
By: Governor's Office
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Additional rains that are forecast to fall across the state today could cause flash flooding to redevelop across the southern mountains in areas that are already saturated from days of rain.
Published: Sunday, February 16th, 2020 @ 6:03 pm
By: Governor's Office
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North Carolinians can take action to better prepare private wells for a flood ahead of Hurricane Dorian, even if you are making plans to evacuate.
Published: Thursday, September 5th, 2019 @ 12:00 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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If you live in Beaufort County or any other northeastern North Carolina County about 95 percent of you are paying more for flood insurance that your should.
Published: Saturday, August 24th, 2019 @ 4:18 am
By: Hood Richardson
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Additional rains and flooding will continue to impact North Carolina today and into this evening, Governor Roy Cooper cautioned Monday, and urged drivers to be safe and avoid floodwaters.
Published: Thursday, June 13th, 2019 @ 5:44 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper is encouraging North Carolinians to stay vigilant and pay attention to local forecasts as more bands of heavy showers and storms are predicted through Sunday evening.
Published: Wednesday, June 12th, 2019 @ 11:15 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper on Thursday continued to urge North Carolinians in flooded areas to remain alert for warnings and avoid driving on flooded roads
Published: Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 @ 4:03 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper continued to urge North Carolinians today to stay in safe shelter and remain alert to changing conditions due to remnants of Hurricane Florence including significant flooding
Published: Monday, September 17th, 2018 @ 6:26 pm
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Roy Cooper today warned North Carolinians to not let down their guard about Florence
Published: Sunday, September 16th, 2018 @ 7:43 pm
By: Governor's Office
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I estimate Beaufort County residents will save as much as 5 million dollars in flood insurance premiums each year when the new Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) are approved by the Beaufort County Commissioners.
Published: Wednesday, September 5th, 2018 @ 9:11 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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The time we call August has begun . . . and the rain has still not stopped.
Published: Monday, August 6th, 2018 @ 2:27 pm
By: Michele Rhem
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Governor Roy Cooper sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a major federal disaster declaration for 13 Western North Carolina counties that were affected by heavy rains, flooding and mudslides in May
Published: Thursday, August 2nd, 2018 @ 2:39 pm
By: Governor's Office
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the "National Flood Insurance Program Extension Act of 2018," which reauthorizes the Federal Emergency Management Agency to enter into new contracts for flood insurance and borrow from the Treasury up to specified amounts through November 30, 2018.
Published: Wednesday, August 1st, 2018 @ 10:12 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones (NC-3) reintroduced H.R. 4692, legislation that would correct a 30-year old federal mapping error that incorrectly prohibited a substantial portion of North Topsail Beach from accessing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and other disaster assistance
Published: Thursday, December 21st, 2017 @ 5:34 pm
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Roy Cooper today announced that financial assistance is available through the U.S. Small Business Administration for residents affected by storms that struck Watauga and surrounding counties last month
Published: Thursday, November 23rd, 2017 @ 11:52 am
By: Governor's Office
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After widespread devastation from Hurricane Matthew, North Carolina is using experts to study the Cashie, Lumber, Neuse and Tar rivers to help prevent future flooding, Governor Roy Cooper announced today
Published: Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 @ 7:04 pm
By: Governor's Office
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While Hurricane Irma's current track appears more favorable for North Carolina, the potential remains for dangerous weather across the state Monday through Tuesday, and Governor Roy Cooper urged residents to continue with their emergency preparations
Published: Friday, September 8th, 2017 @ 10:24 pm
By: Governor's Office
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On Tuesday, Politico finally released the tweet that should all-but-guarantee President Trump’s 2020 re-election.
Published: Thursday, August 31st, 2017 @ 3:58 pm
By: Daily Wire
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Seven coastal communities will get grants totaling $100,000 to help them prepare for hurricanes, storms and growth
Published: Tuesday, July 11th, 2017 @ 6:29 pm
By: Governor's Office
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While floodwaters are beginning to recede in Goldsboro, Tarboro and Greenville, conditions in Kinston will continue to worsen through tomorrow, Governor Roy Cooper cautioned this morning
Published: Saturday, May 6th, 2017 @ 7:23 am
By: Governor's Office
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Despite sunny skies, North Carolinians need to look out for flooding in low-lying areas, avoid flooded roads, and stay tuned to local weather updates, Governor Roy Cooper warned today
Published: Thursday, April 27th, 2017 @ 11:18 am
By: Governor's Office
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Following unusually heavy rains across the state, Governor Roy Cooper is urging North Carolinians to watch for flooding in low-lying areas, avoid flooded roads, and stay tuned to local weather forecasts
Published: Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 @ 1:00 am
By: Stan Deatherage
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Governor Roy Cooper today announced that North Carolina has received more than $198 million to help families and communities recover from Hurricane Matthew
Published: Saturday, January 28th, 2017 @ 4:08 am
By: Governor's Office
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Governor Pat McCrory has sent a letter to the federal government requesting that the statewide hot food waiver be extended until November 30.
Published: Tuesday, November 8th, 2016 @ 9:06 am
By: McCrory Communications
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Governor Pat McCrory has directed the N.C. Department of Transportation's Division of Motor Vehicles to help consumers across the state identify signs of flooding when purchasing a vehicle
Published: Tuesday, November 1st, 2016 @ 7:08 pm
By: McCrory Communications
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